IPA – International Photography Awards –http://www.photoawards.com/ The Pilsner Urquell International Photography Awards Competition is a prestigious photography contest for both professional and amateur photographers.

National Photographic Portrait Prize- http://www.photographycompetitions.net/2009/08/national-photographic-portrait-prize-2010/ The Photographic Portrait Prize 2007 showcases the work of the most talented emerging young photographers alongside that of established professionals.

Travel Photographer of the Year – September (date tbc). http://www.tpoty.com/ An international travel photography competition, with prizes including international trips, professional-level photographic equipment, bursaries and exhibitions

Wildlife Photographer of the Year http://www.nhm.ac.uk/visit-us/whats-on/temporary-exhibitions/wpy/ Held annually, the competition aims to find the most stunning and original wildlife pictures taken by photographers worldwide of all ages.

World Press Photo Contest, which brings together pictures from all parts of the globe to reflect trends and developments in photojournalism. http://www.worldpressphoto.nl/